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Milwaukee Road 261
The Grand Excursion
June 28, 2004
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Photo Gallery
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In June 2004, the Milwaukee Road 261 ran on a steam excursion (the "Grand Excursion")
through several northern states, including Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
Here are a few photos as it arrived at the end of its trip on June 28, 2004.
You can find out more about the 261 on its web site:
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Rock Island, IL
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The excursion on June 28 ended in Rock Island, IL, with the 261
stopping at the Casino Rock Island.
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The 261 has separated from the passenger train and prepares to go
across the Mississippi River to Davenport, IA where it will be serviced.
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Davenport, IA
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After crossing the bridge to Davenport, the 261 pulled up to a
fire hydrant where it was then watered and greased.
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Posing for the "classic" 3/4 view.
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After unloading, the Amtrak engines brought the rest of
the passenger train over the bridge to join up with 261.
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Last modified: June 17, 2007
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